The High Commission of Eswatini in London is Eswatini’s diplomatic mission to the United Kingdom. Eswatini nationals in the UK turn to it for passports and official documents. As both countries are members of the Commonwealth, the mission is called a High Commission and is headed by a High Commissioner rather than an ambassador.
Contact Details
| Address | 20 Buckingham Gate, London SW1E 6LB, United Kingdom |
| Telephone | +44 20 7630 6611 |
| Fax | +44 20 7630 6564 |
| Head of Mission | Thandazile Penelope Mbuyisa, High Commissioner |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 16:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 16:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 16:30 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 16:30 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
Opening hours as published in the FCDO London Diplomatic List (October 2026). Please confirm before your visit, especially on UK bank holidays and Eswatini public holidays.
Location of the High Commission
Before your visit
The high commission is located at 20 Buckingham Gate, London SW1E 6LB.
- Opening hours (FCDO list): Monday to Thursday from 09:00 to 16:30; Friday from 09:00 to 16:00.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
About the Eswatini High Commission in London
The high commissioner is Thandazile Penelope Mbuyisa, in post since 4 June 2022 according to the FCDO list. 6 diplomats and attachés are registered with the FCDO for this high commission.
Consular services
Requests the consular staff deal with:
- Eswatini passports and emergency travel documents
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Citizenship and civil register matters
- Visas for travellers who need one for Eswatini
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-in capacity is limited, so check the procedure on the mission’s website first.
Closing days
The high commission is normally closed on UK bank holidays. Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
Emergency assistance
Eswatini nationals in urgent need of help can reach the high commission on +44 20 7630 6611. Missions can issue emergency travel documents, contact relatives and provide lists of lawyers or doctors; they cannot pay bills or act as a lawyer. In the UK, the emergency number is 999 (or 112).
Diplomatic missions of Eswatini in the United Kingdom
Eswatini in the United Kingdom
- London – High Commission of Eswatini (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the High Commission of Eswatini in London
Where is the Eswatini High Commission in London?
At 20 Buckingham Gate, London SW1E 6LB.
What are the opening hours of the Eswatini High Commission in London?
According to the FCDO London Diplomatic List: Monday to Thursday from 09:00 to 16:30; Friday from 09:00 to 16:00. Confirm before visiting.
Who is the high commissioner of Eswatini to the UK?
Thandazile Penelope Mbuyisa (High Commissioner), according to the London Diplomatic List of October 2026.
What is the difference between a high commission and an embassy?
None in practice: Commonwealth countries call their embassies in each other’s capitals high commissions, headed by high commissioners.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office – London Diplomatic List (October 2026). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the high commission before your visit.
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